Arkansas DMV Permit Test study materials
Arkansas DMV Permit Test study resources

Arkansas DMV Permit Test case studies

Arkansas DMV Permit Test · Put your knowledge to work in context.

The Arkansas driver's license written examination, often called the permit test, is the knowledge test a new driver takes to obtain a learner's license before moving on to an intermediate license and, eventually, a standard non-commercial license. It is administered through the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration's Office of Driver Services, which the department describes as consisting of seven sections responsible for administering and enforcing state laws and regulations concerning driver's licenses and identification cards. The Arkansas DMV Permit Test case studies are 5 cases and about 1,561 words.

1

The Rolling Stop at a Four-Way With a Stalled Truck

You are westbound on a two-lane city street approaching an uncontrolled four-way intersection. A large box truck is stopped in the southbound lane, angled slightly into the intersection with its hood up; the driver is out front waving people around.

356 words, about 2 min
2

Night Rain, a Dark Pedestrian, and a Tailgater

You are driving at night in steady rain on a 55 mph rural two-lane road. Your wipers are on medium and glare from oncoming headlights smears across your windshield.

326 words, about 2 min
3

Two Beers and a Prescription: The Math Before the Keys

A 150-pound driver has had two 12-ounce regular beers over about two hours at a friend's house and also takes a daily prescription antihistamine that carries a drowsiness warning. He feels 'fine' and estimates he is under the legal limit.

309 words, about 2 min
4

The Merge Lane That Runs Out

You are entering a freeway from an on-ramp that becomes a short acceleration lane. Traffic on the freeway is moving at about 65 mph in the right lane.

300 words, about 2 min
5

School Bus, Divided Highway, and a Left Turn

You are eastbound on a four-lane divided highway with a raised median. A school bus is stopped in the westbound lanes with its red lights flashing and stop arm out.

270 words, about 1 min